Principal Analyst Business Finance

Posted:
3/13/2025, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Sofia City Province, Bulgaria ⋅ Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy

About GlobalFoundries 

GlobalFoundries is a world-leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry with facilities in Dresden, Singapore, New York and Vermont (USA). Our products are used in various technical applications, e.g. mobile communications, consumer electronics, automotive and more. GlobalFoundries employs around 13,000 people worldwide, including 280 in Sofia.

Our Sofia based team will enhance GF’s scale and capabilities, while strengthening competitiveness of its specialized application solutions to further position the company for growth and value creation.

Our Design and Technology Enablement teams are working on the development of a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies ranging from 350 nm down to 12nm including FD-SOI, RF, High-Voltage and automotive applications.

Summary of Role 

This role sits within the Strategic Finance and Operations (SF&O) team at GlobalFoundries. The SF&O team understands complex and dynamic Financial Operations models and translates them to business impact for GlobalFoundries.

  • Interaction with various teams and functions to develop well-rounded knowledge of the business.
  • Guiding the business units through dynamic and complex monthly and quarterly financial analysis.
  • High touch with executive leaders including formal mentorship.
  • Ability to quickly build and leverage an internal network.

Job Responsibilities 

  • Assist in budget, financial research, monthly forecast & actual readouts to assist the team in meeting their operational and capital expense plans. 
  • Assist and drive projects associated with our Strategic Finance objectives for R&D.
  • Streamline and digitize processes to build efficiencies and lower costs.
  • Develops, implements and/or maintains the financial plans and policies of the organization.
  • Develops, implements and maintains the financial plans and policies of the organization.
  • Assesses the financial impact of key business decisions, including operating expense planning, capital allocation, cost/pricing initiatives, and others for both the mid- and long-range planning horizons.
  • Monitors financial performance through analyzing and reporting variances to forecasts.
  • Establishes fiscal controls, prepares financial reports, maintains strong relationships with product management and site finance teams.
  • Performs a variety of financial planning & analysis activities.
  • Conducts significant ad-hoc analysis to ensure the best corporate decisions are made to achieve operational and financial objectives.
  • Increases organizational productivity by working with internal partners to develop repeatable business processes.
  • Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all environmental, health, safety & security requirements and programs.


Core Requirements: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Economics or Mathematics.
  • 4-5 years of work experience in relevant professional environments, such as top semiconductor, technology, research organizations or corporate business development functions.
  • Financial analysis, business cases and project management experience.
  • Fluent in English (written and verbal)
  • Self-driven personality with exceptional analytical skills, structured work style and ability to understand complex matters quickly.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite – data analytics and modeling in excel and presentation/visualization in PPT. 
  • Geographically located to work from GlobalFoundries offices in Sofia, Bulgaria.
  • Ability to work across time zones with global teams in US, Europe, and Asia. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's of Science with 4-5 years experience.  
  • Skill in using Tableau and/or Power BI for data visualization.

We Offer

  • Attractive compensation package with competitive salary, performance related bonus plan and a global recognition program.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (including 20% match and 50 seed shares for first time participants, non-executive).
  • Individual, technical or management career path opportunities supported by enhanced learning and development programs.
  • Healthy and teambuilding work environment with various perks:
    • Additional medical service, including dental and, coverage of employees’ children
    • Food vouchers and canteen discounts
    • Sports card 50% subsidized by the employer; possibility to add a family member.
    • Top-rated office location with recreation Spa facilities
    • Discounts for Spa & Wellness Programs at NV Tower
    • Regular Team Events and Celebrations
  • Focus on employee work-life balance:
    • Hybrid working model and flexible working time
    • 21 to 25 days paid vacation depending on years with the company

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency, and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.

Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/careers/opportunities-in-europe/